Physician Associate or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedics

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Farmington (ME); On-site; USD 123,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment bonus

Relocation assistance

CME expense reimbursement

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

MaineHealth Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Podiatry Farmington is recruiting a Physician Associate (PA) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) to join our experienced orthopedic team in Farmington, ME. Under physician supervision, provide medical care through office-based evaluation and treatment of outpatients as well as orthopedic surgical support.

The APP will work in surgical, hospital, and clinic settings as part of a dynamic team with a focus on joint replacement, fracture care, sports

Qualifications

• Certification requirements: NCCPA for PA or ACNP certification for NP.
• Current Maine license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Current BLS required.
• Experience in orthopedics preferred, including first-assist in surgery.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care in office-based settings and surgical support.
• First-assist coverage in operating room.
• Inpatient rounding on medical-surgical units.
• Ambulatory clinic duties and emergency department consultation.
• Share orthopedic call coverage as part of a rotation.

Skills

First-assist in OR

Inpatient rounding

Team collaboration

Patient care across ages

Education

Physician Assistant program

ACNP with Acute Care certification

Job description

Physician Associate or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedics

Location: Farmington, ME
Facility: Franklin Hospital
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Day
Job Category: Advanced Practice Provider
Req #: 94457
Date Posted: Sep 18, 2026

MaineHealth Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Podiatry Farmington, is recruiting a Physician Associate (PA) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP)to join our experienced Orthopedic team in Farmington, ME. Under physician supervision, the successful candidate will provide medical care through office-based evaluation and treatment ofoutpatients as well as orthopedic surgical support. The APP will workin surgical, hospital, and clinic settings as part of a dynamic team. The orthopedics practice includes a mix of orthopedic surgeons with range of skills including joint replacement, fracture care, sports medicine, and podiatry. Orthopedic and orthopedic surgical experience are preferred, including experience providing first-assist support to orthopedic surgeons. Candidates must also be able to provide care for patients across all age groups.

Schedule: Primary responsibilities are performed Monday through Friday, with flexibility in scheduling within standard business hours.

Routine Clinical Settings: Responsibilities include first-assist coverage in the operating room, inpatient rounding on the medical-surgical unit, ambulatory clinic practice, and emergency department consultation and evaluation.

Participates in call coverage as part of a shared rotation for Orthopedic Surgery.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Associate/Assistant program or a Nurse Practitioner with an Acute Care Certification.
• Current license issued by the State of Maine or eligible for licensure.
• NCCPA certification for Physician Associate/Assistant or ACNP for Nurse Practitioner
• Current BLS required
• Ability and willingness to provide care to patients of all ages.
• Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including medical histories, performing evaluations and wellness diagnosis
• Knowledge of indications for proper techniques for office procedures
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
• Experience: Orthopedic experience preferred.

This position offers:

• Opportunity to work with an exceptional team in a vibrant, growing practice.
• Competitive compensation package including recruitment bonus, relocation assistance, CME expense reimbursement, and malpractice insurance to qualified candidates.
• Benefits include Paid Time Off, CME time, and retirement with employer contributions, medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage, paid family leave, wellness programs, and more.

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

Farmington, Maine , is a scenic affordable community in the heart of a four-season recreation. Surrounded by more than ten lakes and ponds, Farmington is a haven for boating, swimming, fishing and ice skating. The nearby mountains provide hiking with vista views including the pristine Rangeley lakes region and bustling downtownwith a distinct local flavor and the home of the University of Maine at Farmington. Family ski resorts, including Sugarloaf and Saddleback, are less than an hour away. Excellent public and private schools and a variety of housing options make Farmington an exceptional place to call home.

At MaineHealth , we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, shift differentials, productivity-based incentives, quality incentives and other premiums.

The pay range for this position is $122,570 to $158,620 annually based on the candidate's level of experience.

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.